Complementing the MES is Hyflux’s proprietary hollow fibre Membrane Evaluation Kit* (MEK). This kit allows users to mix-and-match the different types of membranes Hyflux has to offer. It comprises:
Kristal® membrane test modules - Hyflux’s organic polymeric ultrafiltration hollow fibre membranes in borosilicate glass tube housings.
InoCep® membrane test modules - Hyflux’s inorganic ceramic hollow fibre membranes, of different pore sizes, in borosilicate glass tube housings.
Test module fitting unions - Attachments that connect the membrane test modules to flexible hoses.
Reference & technical specifications guide - Detailed CD guide with installation, handling and technical information about the kit.
* 1 set includes 4 test modules and 3 union fittings.
Membrane Specifications
Membrane Type
Kristal® 600E
InoCep®
Number of Fibres
8
1
Base Material
Modified PES
Ceramic
O.D./I.D. (mm)
1.35 / 0.7
4 / 3
Pore Size
120K (Dalton) MWCO
20, 40, 100, 200, 500, 800, 1400 nm
Membrane Surface Area (mm²)
8,240
1,978
Potting Material
PU
Epoxy
Max Feed Pressure (bar)
2.5
5
Operating TMP Range (bar)
0.2 - 2
1 - 3
Operating Temperature Range (°C)
5 - 40
-5 – 70
Operating Mode
Out - In
In - Out
Operating pH Range
2 - 11
0 - 14
The Hyflux MES can also be used to evaluate other hollow fibre membranes available in the market. The simple-to-use membrane potting kit † option provides the necessary components and instructions for users to assemble their very own test module for use with the system. It comprises:
Membrane test modules for potting
- High-flow test module with 1 outlet
- Normal-flow test module with 1 outlet
- Normal-flow test module with 2 outlets
Potting technical guide - Detailed guide with handling and instructional potting information.
